Tracy returns to limited work as Thomas misses another Giants practice

Tyrone Tracy Jr. returned to limited practice Thursday with a knee injury after missing Wednesday's session, the Giants' official report said. Left tackle Andrew Thomas remained out with a groin injury for a second consecutive day before Sunday's game against Arizona.

Ed Valentine of Big Blue View independently reported both participation levels Thursday afternoon. The filed report resolves the earlier uncertainty about Tracy's Thursday workload, but his final game designation remains pending. Limited participation does not establish whether he will be available or how many touches he would receive.

Thomas' absence is also consequential for New York's protection. Valentine reported that he has played all 191 offensive snaps this season, including the two games after the groin issue emerged in Week 2. Missing two practices creates a status decision for the Giants without itself ruling him out of Sunday's game.

Cornerback Deonte Banks and safety Tyler Nubin remained limited Thursday. New York's final practice and game-status report will give managers the next formal decision point on Tracy, while the offensive-line plan depends on Thomas' separate availability.